QA Specialist

QA SpecialistWe are seeking an experienced Senior QA Specialist to support and improve quality and food safety programs within a regulated food or dietary supplement manufacturing environment. This role will help ensure compliance with FDA regulations, FSSC 22000, HACCP, and other applicable quality and food safety standards.Key Responsibilities:Review production batch records and approve product release within required timelines.Generate Certificates of Analysis (COAs) and work with Production and Quality teams to resolve documentation issues.Oversee and approve suppliers and manufacturing partners.Support food safety and quality programs including HACCP, traceability, mock recalls, internal audits, food defense, and food fraud prevention.Support Kosher and Halal certification programs.Manage and participate in investigations involving complaints, deviations, CAPAs, quality issues, and food safety incidents.Conduct root-cause investigations and clearly document findings and corrective actions.Support employee training related to GMP, GDP, HACCP, and food safety.Maintain and update quality procedures, documentation, and records.Assist with customer audits, regulatory inspections, and customer visits.Support management review meetings and continuous improvement initiatives.Track and report quality KPIs using Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure ongoing compliance and quality improvement.Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in a related field OR 5+ years of relevant experience.5+ years of experience in a certified food or dietary supplement manufacturing environment.Experience with HACCP and PCQI requirements.Strong knowledge of food safety and quality systems.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.Experience with ERP/QMS systems preferred.Internal auditing experience or certification preferred.Ability to interpret technical and regulatory requirements and communicate effectively with employees, management, customers, and auditors.Physical & Work Environment:Primarily an office-based environment with regular interaction with manufacturing operations.Must be able to stand, walk, sit, use hands, and communicate throughout the workday.Ability to lift and/or move up to 35 lbs. as needed.Moderate noise level in the work environment.Ideal Candidate: A detail-oriented quality professional with strong food safety knowledge, excellent documentation skills, and experience working in a regulated manufacturing environment.